Front Line Friday #2: Why Patrol Rifles Should Be Suppressed
Hearing, comms, performance, and downstream liability all get better when the rifle is less abusive to everyone standing near it.
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The MK12 SPR: The Multi-Tool of the AR World
The AR-15 has become the most prolific modern rifle in America—and for good reason. Its modularity, accuracy, ergonomics, and proven track record make it a top choice for self-defense, competition, and professional use. But among all the possible configurations, there’s endless debate...
POTD: Reborn as an Ak4 - PTR GIR 100 Transformation
Today’s POTD features the PTR GIR 100, a faithful U.S.-made interpretation of the Heckler & Koch G3, then rebuilt to copy the Swedish Ak4 battle rifle. Built around the classic roller‑delayed blowback system, the GIR 100 leans heavily into its Cold War roots with a parkerized finish a...
[SHOT 2026] Aly & Kaufman Introduce AKB-23 LSW
Last year at SHOT Show 2025, I was stoked to run into the guys from Ally & Kaufman who were offering a cool lower receiver kit that pairs with a Brownells BRN-180 18.5" upper receiver to create the ‘SA80 at home’. This set up, the AKB-23 got a lot of attention and had de...
MCG Tactical Has A Green Solution For Boresighting
Just because we’re used to doing something a certain way doesn’t mean it can’t be done better. That’s how just about every advancement, ever, in firearms design came about—someone rethinking the normal. And that is spreading over to the world of optics these days, wi...
Smith & Wesson Releases Model 940-3 J-Frame Revolver
Compact, reliable, and purpose built – Smith & Wesson J-Frames are the perfect choice for your next everyday carry firearm.
[SHOT 2026] New Rost Martin RM1F and RM1F Tactical Full-Size Pistols
Rost Martin RM1F pistols are polymer-framed striker-fired handguns chambered in 9x19mm. The grips of these pistols feature the company’s signature Responsive Grip Texture and interchangeable backstraps. The magazine release buttons and the slide release levers are ambidextrous. The capacity...
Black Hills MK262 Mod 1-C 77gr OTM – $718.99 w/ Free Shipping
Bereli has Black Hills 5.56mm NATO MK262 Mod 1-C 77 Grain OTM in a sealed 30-cal ammo can—460 rounds for $718.99 with free shipping.
The Taylor and Co Howdah Pistols
If you want to talk about odd and interesting, it’s hard to beat the Taylor & Co. Howdah pistol. Howdah pistols were British guns brought to Africa and India in the 19th century. These were large-bore, multiple-barreled pistols designed to kill attacking tigers and similar large game at clo...
From East To West, States Double Down On Gun Restrictions In 2026
We are only a few weeks into 2026, and it looks like this year might see quite a few battles between pro-firearms activists and anti-gun legislators across the U.S.; we’ve already seen several states introduce highly restrictive legislation, and there might be more to come. Below, see a lis...